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# 1000 Rocks Dive Site – Meemu Atoll, Maldives

Dive Conditions

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Depth
12m – 40m
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Visibility
22m
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Level
Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

Discover 1000 Rocks, an exceptional dive site in Meemu Atoll, located in the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean. This unique destination features a dramatic underwater landscape of numerous coral-covered boulders and rock formations that create an intricate maze of swim-throughs and passages.

Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens hosting abundant marine life, including reef sharks, schools of jacks, barracuda, and colorful reef fish species. The site’s dynamic currents attract large pelagic fish, making it ideal for experienced divers seeking thrilling encounters with oceanic species.

Depths range from 12 to 40 meters, with varying difficulty levels depending on the route chosen. The strong currents and complex topography make 1000 Rocks best suited for intermediate to advanced divers with solid buoyancy control and current-diving experience.

The site offers spectacular photo opportunities with its unique rock formations and rich biodiversity. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 meters, influenced by seasonal conditions. 1000 Rocks remains one of Meemu Atoll’s most sought-after dive destinations for experienced underwater explorers.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Indian Lionfish — seen at this dive site
Indian Lionfish Pterois miles rijans
Harlequin Sweetlips — seen at this dive site
Harlequin Sweetlips Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides rijans
Camouflage Grouper — seen at this dive site
Camouflage Grouper Epinephelus polyphekadion dennisthediver
Laced Moray — seen at this dive site
Laced Moray Gymnothorax favagineus rijans
Green Sea Turtle — seen at this dive site
Green Sea Turtle Chelonia mydas dennisthediver
Maldivian Sandperch — seen at this dive site
Maldivian Sandperch Parapercis signata rijans

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 12 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Strong
Visibility 22 m
GPS 2.9492°, 73.4882°